A forest fire on Indonesia's Sumatra island fuelled by El Niño has razed nearly 300 homes, forcing hundreds of people to evacuate, an official has said, as the country battles devastating blazes and haze.
Jonathan Watts is a Global Environment Writer at The Guardian. He focuses on critical issues surrounding climate change, environmental policy, and the impact of human activities on natural resources, with a particular emphasis on the Amazon rainforest. His work has been featured in prominent outlets such as TIME, Mother Jones, and The Lancet, highlighting his commitment to raising awareness about environmental challenges and solutions.
